Holiday Cottage in Palaia, Tuscany
13th Century Cottage in a Medieval Village
Located in a Tranquil but Thriving Village
Sleeps 5/6 (3 Bedrooms)
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Palaia is 40 minutes by car from Pisa airport. It is a tranquil but thriving village that welcomes tourism but appears untouched by it. It has a bank with cash point, post office, shops for general provisions, petrol station, a few bars and restaurants and tourist information in the town hall. There is a supermarket in Forcoli which is a larger village nearby. Peti Rosso restaurant in the village is good. There is an open-air pizzeria in Colleoli, a village nearby. Swimming pools can be found in Peccioli, Castelfalfi and Pontedera, all 20 minutes by car. There is also a health spa in Casciana Terme. We recommend that you hire a car for your stay, however we would suggest that trips to Florence and Pisa are more relaxing if undertaken on the train. Pontedara, the nearest town is on the main line to both destinations.
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| Rental periods | Per week |
| 1 January 2008 - 1 January 2009 | £450 |
Notes on prices
Price is for the property per week in UK pounds.
1 - 4 nights @ £100 per night.
Over 7 nights is £450 plus £100 for each night up to 11 nights.
Changeover day
Changeover day is flexible. Departure should be by 12 noon and arrival time by arrangement.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 has a double bed. Bedroom 2 has twin beds. Bedroom 3 is on the ground floor and has a single bed but a further bed can be added on request. |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom on first floor with bath and shower. Second bathroom located on the ground floor with shower. |
| Kitchen: | The kitchen is equipped with a hob and oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and all necessary cooking utensils cutlery and crockery. There is also a kitchen table and chairs. |
| Utility Room: | The utility room has a washing machine, iron and ironing board. |
| Living Rooms: | The living room has two sofas and a chair with a TV. The dining room has a table and chairs which opens out onto the terrace. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen are included. |
Amenities/Facilities provided
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- tv,
- central heating
Accessibility
The propery is located at the top of the village and parking can be secured at the free car park which is a 5 minute walk away. There is no vehicular access to the cottage.
Outside
There is a small table and chairs outside on the terrace. There is also a lower terraced garden area.
Coast/Beach
The nearest beach is about a one hour drive away.
Travel
The nearest airport is Pisa which is a 40 minute drive away. Hiring a car is recommended.
Distances
Florence is one hour by train.
San Gimignano is an hours drive as is Lucca.
Further details
The cottage is perfect for an all year round holiday. The area is ideal for walking or cycling in the cooler months and is a perfect base for exploring the surrounding Tuscan countryside. The village has many shops, bars and restaurants and three beautiful churches.
Booking notes
50% payable on booking, with the balance payable 28 days before departure.
Payment in full if booking made within 28 days of departure.
Refunds will be made in full with 28 days notice.
Guest comments
We enjoyed our stay in your lovely home in the interesting town of Palaia. We particularly enjoyed sitting on the terrace, looking out on the attractive views, dining at excellent local restaurants and relaxing in the comfort of the house itself. We enjoyed several day trips, although after driving in Pisa, those of us who went to Florence opted for the train! Margaret gave us a lovely welcome and was always willing to give advice on the area. AE North Somerset 2005
We stayed for a week at La Rocca and had a lovely, relaxing time. The house itself is in a great spot overlooking the village and the views from the bedroom and garden are stunning. The house is very comfortable but we spent most time eating, drinking and relaxing in the garden. The kitchen is well equipped but there was so much good Italian food available we did not need to use it much. The village is delightful and full of character. 2 minutes walk will get you to the local bars, restaurants and shops. TS Bristol 2006
For booking and further information
Mino De Francesca & Caroline Lees
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